Massacre ... the shooting on Utoya Island left at least 85 dead
DRAMATIC photos that may show the Norway gunman during his killing spree have emerged.
The blurry images — taken from a helicopter — appear to show a tall blond figure in a dark uniform holding what may be a rifle.At his feet are what look like bodies floating on the water.
Terrified teens told police that that the Oslo nut had screamed 'you all must die' before aiming at them with a machine gun and shotgun.
The man is believed to be Anders Behring Breivik, a crazed hunting fan arrested over gun and bomb attacks that killed at least 92 innocent people on Friday.
Another victim died in hospital today from their injuries during the island shooting - taking the total to 93.
This morning he confessed to the killing spree but said he did not break the law.
He also revealed to detectives that he acted alone.
Acting police chief Sveinung Sponheim said: "He has admitted to the facts of both the bombing and the shooting, although he's not admitting criminal guilt."
Anders has been charged with terrorism and will appear in court tomorrow.
His lawyer said that Breivik believed his actions were 'atrocious' but 'necessary.' And he claimed he was motivated by a desire to bring about a revolution in Norweigan society.
On Friday afternoon, dressed as a policeman, the gunman massacred 85 youths camping on an island — two hours after a huge car bomb wrecked government buildings in capital Oslo, killing seven.
Killer ... helicopter snap supposedly shows the gunman surrounded by dead bodies
Speaking from his hospital bed, he said: "He was shooting people at close range and starting to shoot at us. He stood first 10 metres from me and shooting at people in the water.
Arrested ... Anders Behring Breivik
"He started shooting at these people, so I laid down and acted as if I was dead.
"He stood maybe two metres away from me. I could hear him breathing. I could feel the heat of the machine gun.
"He tried everyone, he kicked them to see if they were alive, or he just shot them."
- Another young survivor, Jorgen Benone, said: "People were hiding behind stones. I saw people being shot...I felt it was best to stay quiet, not to run into the open.
"I saw (the gunman) once just 20 to 30 metres away from me."
Like other youngsters, Benone swam to safety and was rescued by a boat.
On Saturday police official Roger Andresen revealed the total death toll had escalated to at least 91. Since then the number has risen to 93. There are still teenagers unaccounted for.
This morning a memorial service was held at Oslo Cathedral this morning as the nation mourned its dead and braced itself for the number of victims to rise still further.
King Harald, his wife Queen Sonja and the Prime Minister, Jens Stoltenberg, visited grieving relatives of the young people gunned down, while buildings around the capital lowered their flags to half-mast and people streamed to the cathedral to light candles and lay flowers.
Memorial ... Norwegian Prime Minister Jens Stoltenberg speaks during a sombre mass at Oslo cathedral
Roger said Breivik was co-operating with investigators, adding: "He is clear on the point that he wants to explain himself."
Sad scenes ... mourners congregate outside of Oslo Cathedral
Rescued ... wounded survivors are treated after being brought ashore opposite Utoya island
Bloodied ... a woman is led away after the Oslo car bomb explosion
The official added: "It seems it's not Islamic-terror related. This seems like a madman's work."
The indiscriminate shooting massacre happened at a youth camp organised by Norway's ruling Labour Party on Utoya Island, attended by around 700 youngsters.
Jens Stoltenberg — out of the capital at the time of the blast — said today he knew many of the victims personally.
Mr Stoltenberg said: "I know the young people and I know their parents.
"And what hurts more is that this place where I have been every summer since 1979, and where I have experienced joy, commitment and security, has been hit by brutal violence — a youth paradise has been transformed into a hell.
"What happened at Utoya is a national tragedy. Not since World War Two has our country seen a greater crime."
Mourning ... girls at gathering of Utoya Island shooting survivors
Some kinds of agricultural fertiliser have been used in the past to make explosives.
85 were confirmed dead after the assassin attacked the youth camp on the tiny Norwegian island of Utoya.
A massive car bomb had earlier left seven dead and ten wounded in capital Oslo around 20 miles away.
Devastation ... emergency services survey the damage in Oslo
What appears to be the 32-year-old's Facebook page describes him as "single" and a "Christian" — and lists serial killer drama Dexter as one of his favourite TV shows.
He also names vampire show True Blood among TV programmes he likes.
Devastated ... Prime Minister Jens Stoltenberg meets a survivor of the gun rampage
Under political views, he lists himself as "Conservative" — but Norwegian TV reported he has links to right-wing extremism.
A pal said he ranted on anti-Islam websites and was "strongly opposed to multiculturalism".
Escape bid ... terrified kids swim
Breivik is said to have had a machine gun and a Glock pistol registered in his name.
Ceremonial pic ... Anders Behring Breivik
It says: "One person with a belief is equal to the force of 100,000 who have only interests."
This morning, Buckingham Palace revealed the Queen had written to the King of Norway to express her shock and sadness at the attacks in his country.
She said her thoughts, and those of the Duke of Edinburgh, were with the Norwegian people.
Her message to King Harald read: "I am deeply saddened and shocked by the tragic loss of life of so many people on the island of Utoya and in Oslo.
"Prince Philip joins me in extending our heartfelt sympathy to Your Majesty and the people of Norway.
"Our prayers and thoughts are with everyone who has been affected by the dreadful atrocity."
Breivik — described as over 6ft and blond with blue eyes — had arrived on the island by boat, dressed as a police officer.
Some youngsters fled towards the sea hoping to swim to safety.
Idyllic ... a previous camp on the island
A 22-year-old witness, who would only give her name as Helene, said: "I saw several youths in the water. The man shot after them while they swam."
Some youths barricaded themselves inside wooden shacks.
Others posted harrowing messages on Twitter.
One wrote: "We are sitting down by the beach. A man is shooting clothed in a police uniform. Help us! When are the police coming to help us!"
Another had received a text from a survivor which read: "I'm safe. We've hidden in a tree. One of us is shot twice in the foot."
Saddened ... Her Majesty with King Harald of Norway (left) and the Duke of Edinburgh
"Others of them had been running for their lives, they had their bones broken. Some of them were full of blood and dirt."
As Norway reeled from the horror — on a national holiday — there were fears last night that more terror is on the way.
Scene ... the tent-packed isle yesterday
The device exploded at around 2.30pm UK time — 3.30pm in Norway. Norway's finance ministry and the country's biggest tabloid newspaper were also hit.
Map of a massacre ... centres of devastation
Reporter Harald Klungtveit, in his office near the blast, said: "The block where the PM is situated is smashed."
Colleague Anne Marte Blindheim said: "It looks like a war zone."
Rescuers were last night trying to free dozens of survivors trapped in the debris amid growing fears the death toll would grow. Norway's borders were shut "within minutes" of the blast.
But two hours later terror came to Utoya. Around 560 youngsters, aged from 14 to 25, had gathered there for the political rally.
Former prime minister Gro Harlem Brundtland had been the key speaker yesterday and Stoltenberg was due there today. When the killer got on the island, he claimed to be carrying out a routine check due to the Oslo bombing.
Horror ... masonry and glass litter the street of government offices after blast
One police official said: "It seems like that this is not linked to any international terrorist organisations at all. This looks like a madman's work."
Officers were searching Breivik's flat in the posh West End of Oslo for clues.
Video: Norway suspect admits attacks
ANDERS Behring Breivik claims attacks were 'atrocious yet necessary'Video: The aftermath of bomb in Oslo
FOOTAGE taken shortly after the bomb blast shows calm amid the shock"British nationals are advised to exercise caution, monitor local media reporting and follow advice given by the emergency services."
About 250,000 British tourists visit the country every year.
Emergency number for Norwegian citizens in the UK: +47 81 502 800
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